Beste Thinking In English podcasts (2024)

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295. Why Does Botswana Want to Send 20,000 Elephants to Germany? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:58

2d ago21:58

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Check Out SIMPLE ENGLISH NEWS DAILY - https://www.send7.org/contact Listen to SEND7 on Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=cfe7e74bcfc342e7 Botswana’s president made worldwide news headlines in April after he threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany. Why did he do this? What is the connection between elephants, …

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294. IELTS, TOEFL, and Other English Exams: Guide to English Proficiency Tests (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:06

9d ago25:06

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BOOK A THINKING IN ENGLISH COURSE - https://thinkinginenglish.link/courses/ USE CODE "THINK" FOR 10% OFF - https://thinkinginenglish.link/courses/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test What is an English proficiency test? What is the difference between IELTS and TOEFL? What English Proficiency test shou…

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293. History of Coffee! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 23:06

16d ago23:06

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What is coffee? Who was the first person to think of creating a drink from coffee beans? How did coffee spread from the forests of East Africa to almost every town on earth? And what is the future of the coffee industry? Let’s discuss these questions and more on today’s episode of Thinking in English! Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/202…

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292. What Does Bilingual Actually Mean? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:10

23d ago21:10

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Join Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglishWhat does it mean to be bilingual? What are the different types of bilingualism?Is it possible for anyone to become bilingual or multilingual? And how can you become bilingual in English and your native language?Hopefully this episode will answer a few of these questions and introduce the con…

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291. What is the Happiest Country in the World? (And Why is it Always Finland?) (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:10

1M ago24:10

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Finland has been ranked as the happiest country in the world for the seventh time in a row. But why? What is happiness? And how is it measured? This episode of Thinking in English discusses the Cantril Ladder, why the World Happiness Report might not accurately test happiness, and why Finland keeps coming top of the rankings! Transcript - https://t…

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290. What is the Gig Economy? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:57

1M ago27:57

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Gig work, freelancers, independent contractors, and the gig economy. These are terms that are becoming increasingly relevant to the way we work in the 21st century. Today, I want to take a deeper look at the gig economy. We’ll define some key vocabulary, look at the history and development of the gig economy, discuss some criticisms and think about…

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289. How is TikTok Changing the English Language?: TikToklish and Algospeak Explained (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:10

1M ago27:10

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Download ELSA for free and get 7 days pro membership for free: https://bit.ly/ELSAxTHINKINGINENGLISH ⁠⁠Get up to 85% off of ELSA lifetime membership by going to elsaspeak.com/promocode and use my code THINK85⁠TikTok is changing the way we speak and use English. It is contributing to the invention of new vocabulary. New ways of communicating and cen…

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288. The End of Remote Work?: "Return to Office" Explained! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 26:40

2M ago26:40

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Join the Conversation Club TODAY! - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ ⁠PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠ During the pandemic, millions of employees began to do their job from home and work remotely. Four years later, remote work is still a feature of the workplace. But will this last? Is the end of remote work around the…

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287. The History of Tea! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 29:08

2M ago29:08

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Try Lingoda's Language SPRINT - https://try.lingoda.com/Thinking20Use code - THINKING20 - for an exclusive discount! Tea is the second-most popular beverage in the world (behind water). How much do you know about the history of this delicious drink? Join me today for a discussion on the history of tea, from mysterious and mythical Chinese emperors …

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286. Who is Responsible for the Most Deaths in History?: The Story of Thomas Midgely Jr! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 30:58

2M ago30:58

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Join the Conversation Club TODAY! - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Today I want to tell you the story of Thomas Midgely Jr. He was a scientist, engineer, and incredibly successful inventor. His creations revolutionised transportation and made refrigerators and air conditioners possible.…

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285. Are Electric Cars Environmentally Friendly? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:56

2M ago25:56

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Check Out Simple English News Daily - https://www.send7.org/ Listen to SEND7 on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=5b708c937f0b4802 Are electric cars actually environmentally friendly? Are they a good option for people who want to reduce their carbon footprints? What is the most environmentally friendly form of transp…

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284. What is Language Anxiety? And How to Overcome Anxiety While Using English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:15

3M ago24:15

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BOOK A 6 WEEK COURSE TODAY - https://thinkinginenglish.link/courses/ USE CODE "THINK" FOR 10% OFF - https://thinkinginenglish.link/courses/ TEST YOUR ENGLISH LEVEL - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language anxiety is a problem that many English learners and non-native English speakers face every day! Today, I want to ta…

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283. Who Were the Anglo-Saxons? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:32

3M ago25:32

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today, I want to introduce a piece of British history. We’ll look at the Anglo-Saxons and discuss the myths and reality behind this group of people. From the Roman Empire and Saxon tribes migrating from mainland Europe, to kingdoms, Viking raids, and a king shot in the eye with …

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282. Should Vaping be Banned? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:01

3M ago21:01

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The United Kingdom has announced plans to ban certain types of e-cigarette and restrict the sale of other vaping products. Let's discuss some of the key terms surrounding "vapes", look at why the UK is banning these products, and examine the debate around vapes in more detail! …

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281. What is a Blue Zone? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:30

3M ago21:30

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Where is the healthiest place on earth? Where do people live the longest lives? And what is a blue zone?Let’s discuss these questions on today’s episode!Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/01/29/281-what-is-a-blue-zone-english-vocabulary-lesson/My Links⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TEST Y…

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280. Should Donald Trump Be Allowed to Run For President Again? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 18:54

4M ago18:54

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English Learning for Curious Minds - https://link.chtbl.com/MD7DXINT Donald Trump is the frontrunner to be the Republican candidate in this year’s US presidential election. But… should he be allowed to run for president? In a few weeks the US Supreme Court will answer this very question. Let’s talk about this situation in today’s episode! Transcrip…

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279. Indian Mutiny, the Cat-O’-Nine-Tails, and Mercury Poisoning: The Surprising Origins of English Idioms! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 19:53

4M ago19:53

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Download ELSA for free and get 7 days pro membership for free: https://bit.ly/ELSAxTHINKINGINENGLISH Get up to 85% off of ELSA lifetime membership by going to elsaspeak.com/promocode and use my code THINK85 What do the 1857 Indian Mutiny, a brutal punishment feared by sailors, and mercury poisoning all have in common? All of these things lie behind…

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278. The History of Fish and Chips! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:28

4M ago24:28

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Fish and chips is the most iconic, and one of the most popular, dishes from the United Kingdom. Today, let me give you a detailed explanation of the origins, history, and variations of this classic meal! ⁠Transcript - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2024/01/08/278-the-history-of-fish-and-chips-english-vocabulary-lesson/ My Links ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - htt…

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277. How to Form Great Study Habits! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:34

4M ago21:34

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Lingoda Language Sprint - https://try.lingoda.com/English2024 Use my code - ENGLISH2024 - to save $25! In 2024, I want you all to form great study habits. I want you all to achieve your goals (whether it is English learning or something else). And I think the best way to do this is by learning how to form excellent habits and how to break bad habit…

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276. What is a Traditional British Christmas? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 17:26

5M ago17:26

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Thinking in English Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠⁠⁠ Happy Christmas to all the Thinking in English listeners out there! In this Christmas special episode, I am going to introduce you to a traditional British Christmas. Hope you enjoy listening! ⁠TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/12/25/276-what-is-a-traditional…

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275. Are Professional Sports Stars Paid Too Much?: Shohei Ohtani’s $700 million Contact! (English Vocabulary Lesson ) 26:25

5M ago26:25

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TiE English Placement Test! - https://thinkinginenglish.link/placement-level-test/ Thinking in English Patreon (Join in December - Prices will increase next year) - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠⁠⁠ Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese baseball star, is signing a $700 million 10 year contract… is this too much? Are professional sports stars paid…

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274. What is an Anarcho-Capitalist?: The Election of Javier Milei in Argentina! (English Vocabulary Lesson ) 22:10

5M ago22:10

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Thinking in English Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠⁠ Argentina has elected Javier Milei as their new President. Milei has described himself as a libertarian and anarcho-capitalist… but what does this mean? What is an anarcho-capitalist? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinking…

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273. How Many English Words Did William Shakespeare Invent? (English Vocabulary Lesson ) 22:17

5M ago22:17

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Sign up to the LINGODA LANGUAGE SPRINT - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingPodcast Use the Code THINKINGPOD for $25 off - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingPodcast Who was William Shakespeare? Why is he so famous? And did he really invent 1700 English words and phrases? Let’s discuss this on today’s episode of Thinking in English! TRANSCRIPT - https://…

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272. What is Panda Diplomacy? (English Vocabulary Lesson ) 21:41

5M ago21:41

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Imagine you are the leader of a country. How do you improve your international reputation? How do you make friends and gain influence? Countries around the world have tried a lot of creative approaches, but perhaps my favourite approach is Panda Diplomacy! What is Panda Diplomacy? How did it start? And is it ending? Let’s discuss today! SEND7 Podca…

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271. More Ways To Remember English Vocabulary! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 22:20

6M ago22:20

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English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts⁠ ⁠Listen to ELCM on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hqh7seQDFP0K41GMa40aL?si=fa08de5002df4cfa⁠ How much do you know about the way your memory works? By understanding your memory, you can make the process of learning English much more efficient. Today, let’s take …

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270. What is the 2023 Word of the Year? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 22:51

6M ago22:51

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⁠NEW AI Writing Tool - https://www.thinkinginenglish.io/⁠ ⁠Become a Patron to Try Out the Tool - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ What is the 2023 Word of the Year? What word best sums up the trends, events, and stories of the past 12 months? Listen to this episode to find out the 2023 Collins Dictionary Word of the Year, as well as some…

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269. What is the BEST Way to Remember English Vocabulary? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:51

6M ago24:51

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NEW AI Writing Tool - https://www.thinkinginenglish.io/ Become a Patron to Try Out the Tool - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish What is the best way to learn and remember English vocabulary? Let’s take a look at three of the most popular, researched, and established theories in today’s episode! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/20…

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268. History of Zombies: From Haiti and Voodoo to the Night of the Living Dead! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 23:21

6M ago23:21

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What is a zombie? You might be thinking of the flesh-eating, undead monsters common in Hollywood, but the origin of zombies is much more fascinating than the stories in film and TV. From the brutal slave plantations of Haiti to the development of voodoo legends and traditions, to the modern monsters of Hollywood, join us for a look at the history o…

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267. How to Spot Fake News and Misinformation in English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 28:11

7M ago28:11

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SEND7 Podcast - https://www.send7.org/⁠ ⁠Listen to SEND7 on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5o2ikpvomNa3bbe2CFcv06⁠ We now have access to so much information and news that it can be difficult to distinguish between real and fake, information and misinformation, and truth and lies. Let’s take a look at some strategies and methods to spot fak…

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266. Are You Too Old to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 20:05

7M ago20:05

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English Learning for Curious Minds - https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts Listen to ELCM on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0Hqh7seQDFP0K41GMa40aL?si=fa08de5002df4cfa Are you too old to learn English? What is the best age to start learning? And why does it get more difficult for adults to learn a new language? Let's take a deeper look a…

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265. What is Overtourism? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:41

7M ago27:41

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Join Lingoda's Language Sprint Today - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPod_Sprint Use code SPRINTTOM for an additional Discount! Tourism can be a great thing for cities, towns, villages, and destinations. But… is there such a thing as too many tourists? Yes! And let’s discuss overtourism, its consequences, and what we can do about it today! …

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264. Why is the UK Banning Some Breeds of Dog?: The Dangerous Dog Debate! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:31

7M ago21:31

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Support me on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish The UK has announced a ban on the American Bully XL dog breed after a spate of violent attacks. What is an American Bully XL? Why are they being banned? What is a dangerous dog? And is banning dangerous dogs the best approach to dealing with this problem? Let’s discuss all this today…

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263. The Foreign Language Effect: How Thinking in English Can Improve Your Decision Making and Memories! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:59

8M ago25:59

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Support me on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Did you know that using, speaking in, and thinking in foreign and second languages can have real and significant affects on your thought processes and decision-making? In other words, thinking in English can make you more objective, better at making financial decisions, and help you …

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262. Why is France Banning Islamic Clothes in Schools? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:19

8M ago21:19

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SEND7 Podcast - https://www.send7.org/ Listen to SEND7 on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5o2ikpvomNa3bbe2CFcv06 France has just banned school children from wearing abayas (a type of robe popular with Muslim women). Let’s discuss why France has banned any religious clothes or symbols from public schools and talk about France’s unique form o…

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261. The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:42

8M ago27:42

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast.... NOW ON SPOTIFY! - https://open.spotify.com/show/6gSPOxNCijMq2hTJW8tyx4?si=5b10f65bfcaf4971⁠ Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------ The Seven Wonders of the Anc…

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260. How to argue (and win arguments) in English? 28:25

8M ago28:25

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast.... NOW ON SPOTIFY! - https://open.spotify.com/show/6gSPOxNCijMq2hTJW8tyx4?si=5b10f65bfcaf4971⁠ Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------ Do you know how to argue in …

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259. What is BRICS? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 22:45

8M ago22:45

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast.... NOW ON SPOTIFY! - https://open.spotify.com/show/6gSPOxNCijMq2hTJW8tyx4?si=5b10f65bfcaf4971⁠ Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------ BRICS is expanding. The grou…

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258. What is Racketeering? And Why Has Donald Trump Been Accused of it? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:00

9M ago21:00

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ Thinking in English Bonus Podcast.... NOW ON SPOTIFY! - https://open.spotify.com/show/6gSPOxNCijMq2hTJW8tyx4?si=5b10f65bfcaf4971⁠ Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------ Donald Trump is being charge…

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257. Which Country is the Best at Learning English? And What Can We Learn from Them? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 28:18

9M ago28:18

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TRY LINGODA - https://try.lingoda.com/AugustThinking Use code THINKING25 for 25% off your first 2 months! ------ Which country has the highest level of English proficiency? Which country is the best at learning English? And what lessons can we learn from these high-proficiency countries? TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/08/14/257-wh…

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256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:26

9M ago24:26

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------ The Orkney Islands, a group of British Islands north of Scotland, are considering the …

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255. The History of Women’s Football!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:10

9M ago27:10

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Thinking in English Proofreading! - https://twbrock.co.uk/proofreading/ Book a Consultation to Help You Get Started With Applications or Documents - https://calendly.com/twbrock/application-consultation?month=2023-07 ------ With the Women’s World Cup taking place right now in Australia and New Zealand, I thought it would be interesting to take a lo…

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254. More Science Based Tips for English Learners!! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 27:02

10M ago27:02

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Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/⁠ 7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ------ I’ve spent the past few weeks reading academic papers about sleep, immediate feedback…

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253. US Soldier Defects to North Korea?: What is a Defection and Why Do People Defect? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 23:05

10M ago23:05

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class with Thinking in English! (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ ------Last week a US soldier apparently defected to North Korea. What is a defector? Why do p…

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252. Science and English Learning: Research Backed Tips and Tricks to Help You Study! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 28:02

10M ago28:02

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Peter's Film Course - https://thinkinginenglish.as.me/peters-film-course Thinking in English Classes Website - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ --------- What insights can science provide about language learning? And how can we use this research to learn English? Keep listening to find out! TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/07/19/252-…

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251. Why Has Vietnam Banned the Barbie Movie? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 21:01

10M ago21:01

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ The new Barbie movie has been banned in Vietnam. Let’s discuss why it has been banned, how the movie is related to one …

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250. What is a Polyglot? And What Can We Learn from Polyglots? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 23:26

10M ago23:26

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Interactive Transcripts NOW AVAILABLE - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/07/12/250-what-is-a-polyglot-and-what-can-we-learn-from-polyglots-english-vocabulary-lesson/ 7 Day FREE PATREON Trial- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ While I’m struggling to learn Jap…

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249. Musk Vs Zuckerberg?: The Battle of the Tech Billionaires! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 22:48

10M ago22:48

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Listen to Simple English News Daily - https://www.send7.org/ Check out the latest episode of Simple English News Daily - https://open.spotify.com/show/4QctJjCUuHefLzeZWDoXqc?si=d381def2ae9a4cb8 Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, two of the wealthiest and most influential men on the planet, are currently arguing. The reason? A new app called “Threads”! …

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248. How Long Does It Take to Learn English? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 26:37

10M ago26:37

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LINGODA'S Language Sprint - https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingEnglishPodcastSprint Use code ENGLISHPOD20 for $20 off! - https://try.lingoda.com/Thinking_Sprint How long does it take to learn English? I’m sure every single person listening has thought about this question before. Today, let’s look at why we want to learn quickly, what it means to have …

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247. What is Affirmative Action? And Why Did the Supreme Court End It? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 24:06

10M ago24:06

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ Last week, the US Supreme Court decided to end affirmative action – a policy that has helped millions of people from un…

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246. The History of Curry: From India to Britain and the World! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:39

11M ago25:39

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7 Day FREE CONVERSATION CLUB TRIAL - https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish ⁠ JOIN THE CONVERSATION CLUB -- https://www.patreon.com/thinkinginenglish Take a Class (Use code TRIAL50 for 50% off) - https://thinkinginenglish.link/ From the UK, to Japan, to the Caribbean, to the Pacific Islands, “curry” is one of the most popular and loved dishes ar…

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